Even though the shape of Yangfen Automotive
Interiors' XiM18 might seem futuristic enough, it's actually what's going on
inside this concept that points to where we're headed with our autonomous and
full-electric cars.
The XiM18 concept, where XiM stands for eXperience
in Motion, was designed to show off four different interior modes, that could
very well become the norm for the self-driving car of the future.
These are 'Drive', 'Family', 'Meeting' and 'Lounge',
each representing a different driving scenario, with smart surfaces all around,
and what the company calls a "seamless integration of displays and control
functions."
In 'Drive' mode, the interior configuration has all
the seats facing forward. In terms of features, there are invisible A-pillars,
HVAC slim air vents with gesture control, moving floor consoles, heated door
panel armrest and convenient soft tambour door storage with fingerprint lock
technology.
Put the car in 'Family' mode and you get a different
seating arrangement, an origami table, instrument panel passenger storage, new
ambient or functional lighting and lots of play-and-relax features like the
Interactive Overhead Display Panel.
In 'Meeting' mode, the interior of the XiM18 serves
as an extension of the office, where the driver can move his or her seat to the
back of the car, while the passenger seat rotates 180 degrees - allowing
occupants to face each other. Meanwhile, 'Lounge' mode is a transformational
space that helps you transition from working to socializing thanks the the
front seats moving to the rear-most position. Also, there's a unique separated
floor console, where the front and rear floors can be combined.
